Wine Tasting, Anyone?
Travel along as writer Henry Chappell explores three exquisite wineries in North Texas. Discover his favorite wine, unusual parings and advice for enthusiasts.
A French Utopia
Tucked away in the Hill Country community of Utopia stands The Laurel Tree, a European-style restaurant that emphasizes fresh ingredients and local specialties. Laurel Waters, chef and owner of this unique establishment, shares her passion and perspective with Texas Highways.
Tapping into historyThe Texas Highways feature on the steamboat era of the Rio Grande sparked a great deal of interest in senior editor Lori Moffatt. She shares her enthusiasm and a few good book recommendations for others who would like to know more.
Writer Ian Dille explored the world of Texas' many microbreweries. Now, he speaks about his own relationship with the brews.
Chatting with Elmer KeltonNamed by the Western Writers of America as “All-time Best Western Author,” Elmer Kelton has lived in San Angelo for six decades. In 2005, he shared his thoughts on the local culture with senior editor Nola McKey. Get to know more about Kelton himself through this profile of the author by Maxine Mayes, who caught up with the author while he was promoting his recent memoir, Sandhills Boy: The Winding Trail of a Texas Writer.
As unspoiled and distinctive as Lavaca County is today, nothing lasts forever. “The cultural geography of Lavaca County is on the verge of changing,” says Hallettsville teacher Doug Kubicek. He should know. Not only does he have degrees in U.S. history and cultural geography, he chairs the county’s historical commission and grew up in Shiner, to boot.
While researching her story about Sylvia’s Enchilada Kitchen, senior editor Nola McKey decided to take one of the weekend cooking classes that owner Sylvia Casares-Copeland teaches at the restaurant. Here’s her description of the chiles rellenos class.
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